Rockland (MA) Sunshine Hours by Month
Sunshine is key to understanding how a place experiences its seasons. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Rockland, Massachusetts, United States of America. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Rockland. Expect long, bright days with 301 hours in May and darker periods with just 141 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 2665 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
For those who appreciate different seasons, Rockland serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 10.0 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 4.7 hours of daily sunlight.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 65% of the time during the day in July, the highest percentage of any month. November has the lowest percentage at 49%.
Rockland vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Rockland enjoys an average of 2665 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, enjoys 2769 hours of sunshine each year, making it one of the sunniest destinations in the Mediterranean region.
In contrast, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.
Boston, USA, enjoys 2629 hours of sunshine annually, with distinct seasons and many bright, sunny days.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.
Related Climate Data for Rockland
December, Rockland’s wettest month, receives 89 mm (3.5 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 7°C (45°F). During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 24°C (75°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Rockland Precipitation page.
